The Dubuque YMCA/YWCA is hosting their 16th annual fundraising event with all proceeds going to support their Victim Services Shelter – an eight-room, 20-bed shelter for those who are fleeing a life of domestic violence, human sex trafficking, or sexual assault. The evening will include powerful statistics, stories, and emotions, while also including heavy hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, and an opportunity to view silent and live auction items. Auction items will include something for everyone! Just a few items include tickets to Sara Evans’ Blue Christmas Tour at the Five Flags Center, an overnight stay and waterpark passes to Grand Harbor Resort, dinner and drinks on the American Lady Cruise, foursomes of golf with carts, a four night stay at a Colorado cabin, and more! Music before the event will be played by Joie Booth from the Joie Wails Band. Our short but impactful program will feature a few words from domestic violence survivor, Rachel, and inspirational takeaways from keynote speaker, Matt Booth. Event tickets are $60/person or $100/couple and include event admission with heavy hors d’oeuvres and one drink ticket per person. For some, it takes months, and for others, it takes years to reach out for help when leaving a domestic violence, human sex trafficking, or sexual assault situation. From the moment a client and their children step foot in our shelter they are shown nothing but love, respect, and dignity. Though the journey is tough, our staff ensure they find the best pathway out of their situation, feeling empowered and excited about new life opportunities.